Holiday and Celebrations

Everyone enjoys the different holidays, but it is important to exercise care during the celebrations and remove decorations when each season is over.

• Hang lights and decorations properly and carefully.
• Before hanging, check for bad plugs and loose wires. If you find defects, dispose of the lights.
• Only use lights and decorations during holiday seasons; remove them immediately when the season ends.
• Dispose of holiday trees properly; never burn them in a fireplace.
• If you use extension cords, do not overload, do not staple them to the residence, and if outside, use only cords approved for outside use.
• Never leave holiday lights on when leaving your residence to avoid fire danger.
• Be careful what you put down the garbage disposal. They are only designed to handle small, soft and easy to break down foods like orange peels, egg shells, coffee grinds, etc. Things that should not be put into a garbage disposal include foods with high fiber or starch content such as rice, asparagus, potato skins, bones, greasy/fatty foods, pastas, etc.
• Toilet and bathroom clogs can be very common this time of year especially if you have guests over and the toilets are being used more than normal. Be mindful of how much toilet paper is being used and it's important to only flush human waste and toilet tissue down the toilet. You should avoid flushing things like Kleenex, sanitizing wipes, feminine products of any kind, etc.
• Appliances tend to be used more frequently during the holidays and for longer periods of time. The increased use of appliances can result in tripped electrical breaks and GFI outlets. If you experience a power outage, please be sure check your breaker panel and GFI outlets before contacting us. You may need to stagger the use of appliances based on the amount of energy that is being used to prevent a breaker from tripping.
• Please be mindful of your neighbors. Often times more than one family is having a holiday party which could be taking place around the same time. Parking and loud music/noise can sometimes become a cause of concern. We ask that you keep this in mind when having guests over.
•  For fireworks celebrations:
  • Do not use illegal, dangerous, or explosive devices.
  • Only buy legal fireworks and check where you can use them.
  • Use common sense safety rules with fireworks.
  • Do not use fireworks in or around your residence.
  • Keep all fireworks away from any dry grass, trees, or roofs.
  • Attend a fireworks celebration instead of buying them and enjoy the fun without the responsibility.